Oakwood, VA
Pharmacy Schools | Public For-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
6.8
Mixed
Mixed experience; organization and communication appear average with varied impressions and occasional stress.
Based on 123 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 Mixed
< 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as average.
How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?
Most respondents rank this school as average compared to other schools.
How do you rank this school among other schools to which you've applied?
Most rank this school as average compared to other schools they applied to.
0 = Below, 10 = Above
What is your ranking of this school's location?
Most respondents rate the school location as average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the friendliness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was friendly.
What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as poor.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
Most of the responses provided examples of situational questions related to ethics, professionalism, and conflict resolution, such as dealing with employee theft, cheating, or challenging patients. A few answers hinted at the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format or potential nondisclosure agreements due to the specific wording used, suggesting a structured interview process with scenario-based questions.
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What would you do if you caught an employee stealing?
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What is success to you?
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What is professionalism?
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Tell me a bit about yourself.
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If you saw an employee stealing, what would you do?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting questions asked at Appalachian College of Pharmacy discussed various scenarios and ethical dilemmas, such as deciding whether to profit from a new drug or give it out for free, handling a co-worker with a history of stealing, and dealing with non-participating team members. These questions suggest a focus on ethical decision-making, teamwork, and critical thinking skills in the interview process.
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If you were in the interviewer's shoes, what would you look in application for this school and why?
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If you were in the shoes of the interviewer right now, what would you look for in applicants for this school and why?
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none. very basic questions.
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Don't remember
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Student Interviews: Professional student talks to you, gives you a tour, and interviews you with simple questions. Panel Review: One faculty and a pharmacist within the area.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Appalachian College of Pharmacy discussed a variety of scenarios, ethical dilemmas, and questions related to professionalism, volunteer activities, teamwork, and decision-making. Some respondents mentioned an MMI format or nondisclosure agreement, indicating a structured interview process with specific types of questions and confidentiality requirements.
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What is professionalism?
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What has been your biggest academic disappointment? (This isn't necessarily a difficult question but it caught me off guard, therefore it was the one I struggled with the most).
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none. very basic questions.
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Tell me about your volunteer activities.
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Scenario Questions
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 minutes.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 2 people.
What was the stress level of the interview?
Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
What was the style of the interview?
Most respondents had a one-on-one interview.
What type of interview was it?
Most respondents had a closed file interview.
Was this interview in-person or virtual?
Most respondents had a virtual interview.
Data includes both pre- and post-COVID interviews.
No responses
Where did the interview take place?
Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by conducting mock interviews, reviewing questions on Student Doctor Network (SDN), and seeking advice from friends, family, and online resources. They also focused on researching the school and its program to understand the institution better.
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I prepared by reading the website and understanding the school. I also went on schools.studentdoctor.net because it helped a lot with the questions.
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I had my parents google common pharmacy school interview questions and ask them to me, and then I had a formal mock interview with my adviser, and after that I went through the interview feedback sections of SDN.
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SDN
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SDN feedback surveys
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Mock interview; go through these questions
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the welcoming and friendly atmosphere created by the staff and students, who showed genuine care and enthusiasm for the school and its programs. They appreciated the sense of community and support, as well as the beautiful natural surroundings and the opportunities to interact with current students and faculty. Suggestions included providing more information about the curriculum and facilities to further enhance the positive experience for applicants.
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The students and staff were very welcoming, they made me feel really wanted at this school.
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Everyone at the school was extremely welcoming and tremendously helped to calm my nerves. It was very clear that all of the students there genuinely love the school and wanted to help make the applicants more calm about the interview process.
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Good Foods the provided
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The faculty and staff seemed to genuinely care about the students, and the students all seemed to get along really well. ACP is like a big family because it is small.
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The people
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were primarily negatively impressed by the isolated and rural location of the school, lack of cultural diversity and activities in the area, limited facilities and resources, as well as issues with communication and interactions during the interview process. Suggestions include improving facilities, increasing cultural diversity, enhancing communication during interviews, and addressing the isolated nature of the location to attract a more diverse student body.
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I did have an awkward moment during my interview so that was the one thing that probably stressed me out.
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Nothing, I truly loved everything about this school, even the small town. In my opinion, its better to be in a place with less distractions when you are obtaining a doctorate degree in as little as three years anyways.
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school's environment is very country.
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The pharmacy school is small and stand-alone with no associated medical or academic center, the school is in a very rural area (only 1 radio station?!?!) so rotations are far away, no on-campus housing.
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Location
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known more about the location and surroundings of the school, including its isolation and lack of amenities. Many suggested doing thorough research in advance, contacting the school for directions, and being prepared for potential challenges like limited cell phone reception or waiting times during the interview process.
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I wish I would have known that the overall process was not nearly as scary and intimidating as I expected it to be, there really is nothing to stress about. The whole process went very smoothly for me and that is saying a lot because I was NERVOUS.
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the location is that it's really in the mountain with nothing around...
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The school was on a mountain...
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It takes them a while for interviews to start, and I got hungry.
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none
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally suggest being prepared but not overly confident, having questions ready, and trying to relax during the interview day. They also mention the importance of being down-to-earth and supportive, with some noting the remote location and laid-back atmosphere of the school.
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Be prepared, don't be too confident but be confident in what you say. Also, have many questions prepared to talk to fellow students and faculty member.
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I fell in love with this school the minute I stepped in the door. For those of you reading this to prepare for an upcoming interview, do not stress out about it! Just relax and try to enjoy the day, everyone there is rooting for you to succeed.
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People and students were nice.
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If you want to minimize distractions, this is definitely the place for you. If you need excitement and action, steer clear at all costs.
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Great school and program -- location became a deciding factor because you're going to be there for at least two years just didactic bookwork and volunteering during your tenure as student. If you love the outdoors or is an outdoorsy type of person this remote college is perfect for your studies.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants generally had positive feedback for the admissions office, praising their friendliness and efficiency. One applicant specifically mentioned the excellent service provided by Sherrie Baldwin, suggesting that the office should continue their good work.
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Nothing
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None that I can think of. From what I've experienced, the admissions office is very friendly and on top of their game.
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Keep up the good work! Sherrie Baldwin is the best and nicest admissions counselor I've ever met!
📍 On-Site Experience ▼
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are out of state students.
What were your total hours spent traveling?
Most respondents spent 7+ hours traveling to the interview.
What was your primary mode of travel?
Most respondents traveled by automobile to the interview.
About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?
Most respondents spent more than $500.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
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CLT - Charlotte Douglas Int. Airport
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n/a
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tri
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
Comfort Inn
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Comfort Inn (Grundy VA)
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Comfort Inn - only real choice
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Comfort Inn Grundy
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comfort inn
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holiday inn express
How would you rate the hotel?
Most respondents rated their hotel as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
Would you recommend the hotel?
Most respondents would recommend their hotel.
What are your comments on where you stayed?
No responses
All Responses
| Application Cycle ▿ | Impression | Performance | Interview Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2014-15 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2014-15 | Negatively ☹️ | Good | N/A |
| 2012-13 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2010-11 | No change 😐 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Average | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Negatively ☹️ | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Negatively ☹️ | Poor | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | N/A | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | N/A | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Negatively ☹️ | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | N/A | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
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